Investigations play a critical role in a proper response by an employer to allegations of wrongdoing. A timely, thorough and effective investigation into such complaints, including those of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and safety, is of chief importance to any organization faced with such a scenario.


This session will provide a fact-scenario based approach to practical guidance for conducting effective internal investigations. Not only will attendees learn in-depth investigative tools, but will hear how they should be applied to real life scenarios. Attendees will be offered practical tips on everything from creating the investigation plan; interviewing relevant parties; and dealing with the aftermath of the investigation, including potential disciplinary actions to be taken against an employee.

Attendees will learn:

Step-for-step best practices for conducting an effective internal investigation,
The requisite in-depth investigation tools used to thoroughly conduct an investigation in an efficient and effective manner, and
How these tools and best practices should be applied to real life scenarios.